We’ve left Hanoi, meandering our way south across the former Demilitarized Zone and into a beautiful beach oasis. The last few days have had all the ups and downs that we have now become relatively accustomed to on this journey.
We took a train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi, a small city just north of the DMZ. Since we booked our tickets late we ended up spending 12 hours in seats instead of the much more appealing sleeper car. It turned out not to be too bad, especially when compared to the 17hr hell bus ride. Apparently not too many tourists stop in Dong Hoi since we saw just 3 other foreigners and a city that was built for much more hustle and bustle than it was experiencing. Our guest house overlooked the water and fishing boats dotted the shoreline. Pretty sweet for $10 a night. After a few beers and a couple games of crib we packed it in, having to wake up at 5am the next morning.
We were planning on taking the local bus to Danang and then to Dong Hoi, however we were somewhat hurried into a mini bus by it’s sales man promising a better and quicker ride. It was quicker, but the better part was lacking. After all was said and done this guy had cramed 22 people into a 10 person mini bus (aka min van). Crazy! We made it to Danang no worse for wear.
Since Sander’s foot wouldn’t stop pussing, we decided to seek medical services. After wandering around the hospital for a good hour trying to find a phone or a doctor or even the emergency room, we had causeed quite the stir. At any given time there were 3 – 50 people staring at us or even following us around. Crazy. We finally found a nurse who spoke english, realized that this was not the place to be and luckliyfound a private clinic a few blocks away that took great care of him.
So today we are in Hoi An. It is beautiful, great food, great people and a sweet beach. I just placed an order for a few top notch suits and are about to enjoy a few beers and we nurse our ridiculous sunburns…stupid malaria pills. You all should ask sander to show you his tan lines, lets just say speedo and sun burn = hilarious.
Until next time folks!
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I’m glad Sander had his foot looked at again, keep safe guys and enjoy your remaining time!
sooo happy you went to a clinic sander!! and jess.. you guys are using the crib board, hollER!
The crib board has come in handy! You ll see it in a video or two I promise ! xox